Kendall County Board met September 5.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
The Kendall County Board Meeting was held at the Kendall County Office Building, Room 209, in the City of Yorkville on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at 6:50 p.m. The Clerk called the roll. Members present: Chairman Scott Gryder, Lynn Cullick, Bob Davidson, Elizabeth Flowers, Tony Giles, Judy Gilmour, Matt Kellogg, Matthew Prochaska, and John Purcell.
The Clerk reported to the Chairman that a quorum was present to conduct business.
The Minutes:
Member Cullick moved to approve the submitted minutes from the Adjourned County Board Meeting of 8/1/17. Member Kellogg seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a voice vote on the motion. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.
The Agenda:
Member Purcell moved to approve the agenda. Member Cullick seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a voice vote on the motion. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.
New Business:
Constitution Week
Member Purcell moved to approve the proclamation for Constitution Week – September 17 through 23, 2017. Member Davidson seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a voice vote on the motion. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.
Proclamation For Constitution Week
17-27
Whereas: September 17, 2017 marks the two hundred thirtieth anniversary of the drafting of the Constitution of the United States of America by the Constitutional Convention; and
Whereas: It is fitting and proper to accord official recognition to this magnificent document and its memorable anniversary; and to the patriotic celebration which will commemorate the occasion; and
Whereas: Public Law 915 guarantees the issuing of a proclamation each year by the President of the United States of America designating September 17 through 23 as Constitution Week;
Now, Therefore I, Scott R. Gryder by virtue of the authority vested in me as County Board Chairman of the County of Kendall, Illinois do hereby proclaim the week of September 17 through 23 as Constitution Week And ask our citizens to reaffirm the ideals of the Framers of the constitution had in 1787 by vigilantly protecting the freedoms guaranteed to us through this guardian of our liberties, remembering that lost rights may never be regained, and reflect on the privilege of being an American with all the rights and responsibilities which that privilege involves.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the County of Kendall, Illinois to be affixed this 5th day of September of the year of our Lord two thousand seventeen.
Scott R. Gryder, County Board Chairman Debbie Gillette, County Clerk and Recorder
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Member Kellogg moved to approve the proclamation for National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month – September 2017. Member Purcell seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a voice vote on the motion. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Whereas: September is known as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month which helps promote resources and awareness around the issues of suicide prevention. It teaches how to help others and how to talk about suicide without increasing the risk of harm; and
Whereas: Suicidal thought can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background; and
Whereas: Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people; and
Whereas: Kendall County, Illinois is no different than any other community in the country, but chooses to publicly state and place our full support behind local educators, mental health professionals, athletic coaches, pack leaders, and parents, as partners in supporting our community in simply being available to one another; and
Whereas: Local and national organizations like Suicide Prevention Services are on the front lines of a battle that many still refuse to discuss in public: and
Whereas: The youth of our community should understand that throughout life’s struggles we all need the occasional reminder that we are all fighting our own battles: and
Whereas: We encourage all residents to take the time to inquire as to the wellbeing of their family, friends, and neighbors over the next few days and to genuinely convey their appreciation for their existence by any gesture they deem appropriate.
Now, Therefore I, Scott R. Gryder by virtue of the authority vested in me as County Board Chairman of the County of Kendall, Illinois do hereby proclaim the month of September 2017, as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in the County of Kendall.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the County of Kendall, Illinois to be affixed this 5th day of September, 2017
Scott R. Gryder, County Board Chairman Debbie Gillette, County Clerk and Recorder
Brooke Mol from Suicide Prevention Services thanked the board for the proclamation and spoke about her personal struggle with suicide.
Settlement Agreement
Member Davidson moved to approve the release and settlement agreement between Plaintiff Carl Childers and Kendall County , Illinois in an amount of $7,500 for settlement of all claims in case number 16-CV-5098 pending in the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. Member Cullick seconded the motion.
Assistant State’s Attorney Leslie Johnson stated that Mr. Childers was a pre-trail detainee with the Sheriff’s Office who is claiming use of excessive force. The settlement would resolve all claims and dismiss his complaint with prejudice without any admission of wrong doing or liability.
Chairman Gryder asked for a roll call vote on the motion. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.
Standing Committee Reports:
Administration/HR
CASA Food Truck Event
Members discussed that they would like to have the conversation at the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Nicole Osterloh from CASA explained what they are trying to have an awareness event. Members discussed the issue of insurance for the event and the lease that CASA has with the county.
Facilities
Snow and Ice Removal Contract
Member Davidson moved to approve the snow and ice removal contract for one (1) year with two (2) one (1) year extensions in the amount of $41,500.00 per season with Winninger Excavating Inc. Member Cullick seconded the motion.
Members discussed the annual flat fee versus the per push fee.
Member Purcell moved to refer the item to the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Member Cullick seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a roll call vote on the motion. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.
CASA Lease
Member Davidson moved to approve resolution approving the first amendment to the Kendall County Court Appointed Special Advocate Lease Agreement. Member Kellogg seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a roll call vote on the motion. All members present voting aye except Purcell who voted present. Motion carried.
A complete copy of Resolution 17-25 is available in the Office of the County Clerk.
Economic Development
Reschedule Meeting
Member Flowers moved to reschedule the regular Economic Development Committee meeting from the 3rd Friday to the 4th Wednesday of every month at 9:30am. Member Purcell seconded the motion.
Members discussed the time conflicts.
Member Kellogg moved to refer the item back to the next Economic Development meeting. Member Prochaska seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a roll call vote on the motion. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.
Finance
Claims:
Member Cullick moved to approve the claims submitted in the amount of $834, 749.66 and August Petit Jurors in the amount of $3,490.37 Member Davidson seconded the motion.
Combined Claims: FCLT MGMT $110,106.45, B&Z $1,588.98, ELECTION $330.70, ED SRV REG $6,554.90, SHRFF $6,085.96, CRRCTNS $24,680.54, EMA $474.58, CRCT CT CLK $68.47, JURY COMM $3,580.15, CRCT CT JDG $9,178.26, CRNR $1,410.69, PUB DFNDR $899.00, ST ATTY $2,821.90, BRD OF RVW $2,563.00, EMPLY HLTH INS $383,103.76, PPPOST $20,617.62, OFF OF ADM SRV $701.96, GNRL INS & BNDG $204.00, CO BRD $3,752.88, TECH SRV $4,588.66, MNTL HLTH $150.08, CO HWY $49,665.87, CO BRDG $18,916.98, TRNSPRT SALES TX $88,383.12, HLTH & HMN SRV $22,448.17, FRST PRSRV $426.22, ELLIS HS $504.95, ELLIS BRN $57.80, ELLIS GRNDS $62.07, ELLIS CMPS $194.22, ELLIS RDNG LSSNS $20.94, ELLIS BDAY PRTIES $51.39, ELLIS PUB PRGMS $42.75, HOOVER $2,574.63, ENV ED SCHL $45.00, ENV ED NTRL BGNNNGS $773.45, GRNDS & NTRL RSRCS $519.94, ANML CNTRL EXPND $252.45, ANML CNTRL EXPS $5,402.81, CO RCDR DOC STRG $247.28, DRG ABS EXP $162.00, HIDTA $40,945.60, CMSRY FND $880.14, COOK CO REIMB FND $1,250.00, LAW LBRY $57.00, CHLD SUP COL EXP $260.20, PRBTN SRV EXP FND $233.80, GIS $169.00, ENG/CNSLTG ESCRW $5,753.96, EMPLY BNFT PRGM $1,577.60, PUB SFTY $42.60, VAC $7,689.10, CRNR SPCL FND $1,421.45, FP BND PRCDS ’07 $3,745.00
Chairman Gryder asked for a roll call vote on the motion. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.
Coroner Claims
Member Cullick moved to approve the Coroner claims in an amount not to exceed $2,832.14. Member Gilmour seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a roll call vote on the motion. All members present voting aye except Purcell who voted present. Motion carried.
Health and Environment
Member Gilmour stated that they met on August 21st and the minutes are in the packet from the July 17, 2017 meeting.
Committee of the Whole
Chairman Gryder reviewed the minutes in the packet from the August meetings.
Standing Committee Minutes Approval:
Member Flowers moved to approve all of the Standing Committee Minutes and Reports. Member Cullick seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a voice vote on the motion. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.
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Special Committee Reports:
Kencom
Member Gilmour stated that they have formed a new committee to make a new contract/IGA dealing with the New World contract.
Housing Authority
Member Prochaska stated that they met on August 25, 2017. They heard from their auditors and they received an unqualified audit on the Federal and the General Funds. They adopted a new administrative plan.
Historic Preservation
Member Flowers reviewed the minutes in the packet from the August 25, 2017 meeting.
Board of Health
Member Giles said that they would be discussing the questions and concerns regarding the dental facility and storage of equipment at the Committee of the Whole meeting.
Juvenile Justice Council
Member Gilmour stated that the SKY run had a profit of $9,000 and they have lost their parent campaign grant.
Board and Commissions Review Ad Hoc
Member Giles stated that the minutes are in the packet from the August 18, 2017 meeting a variety of items will be on the COW agenda.
Chairman’s Report
Appointment:
Jim Jensen – Board of Health – 3 year term – expires August 2020 Martin Myre – Big Slough Drainage District – 3 year term – expires September 2020
Member Purcell moved to approve the appointment. Member Cullick seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a voice vote on the motion. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.
Other Business:
The Kendall County Fair begins on Thursday and runs through Sunday.
Executive Session:
Member Flowers made a motion to go into Executive Session for (11) Litigation, when an action against, affecting or on behalf of the particular public body has been filed and is pending before a court or administrative tribunal, or when the public body finds that an action is probable or imminent, in which case the basis for the finding shall be recorded and entered into the minutes of the closed meeting. Member Prochaska seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a roll call vote on the motion. All members present voting aye except Davidson and Purcell who voted nay. Motion Carried 7-2.
Adjournment:
Member Prochaska moved to adjourn the County Board Meeting until the next scheduled meeting. Member Kellogg seconded the motion. Chairman Gryder asked for a voice vote on the motion. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.
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